Land Development Engineering Manager

Te Kaunihera aa Takiwaa o Waikato (Waikato District Council) serves a large and diverse area, key towns include Raglan, Huntly, Ngaaruawaahia, Tuakau and Te Kauwhata. Smaller settlements include Gordonton, Matangi, Tamahere, Meremere, Port Waikato and Pookeno. Our Head office in Ngaaruawaahia is an open plan hot desking environment, it includes a collab space as well as unique areas to work or meet with colleagues, Waikato River walks and the chance to hit the Hakarimatas on your lunch break. We also have an onsite cafeteria, free parking, work-life balance and flexible working. The Waikato district and Te Kaunihera aa Takiwaa o Waikato have much to offer. We prioritise the well-being of our employees and have cultivated an environment of hard work, respect, trust, empathy, and support.

About this role:

We have an exciting new opportunity for a Land Development Engineering Manager in our Development Support team, and are excited to offer you the chance to be part of this great team working across our district. This critical role will be responsible for leading and managing the Land Development Engineering Team, to deliver specialist engineering services for resource consent and post-approval activities which support the successful development of land within the district.

What I do?

1. You will work closely with the Land Development Engineering Team Leaders to successfully lead their teams.
2. Provide support and direction to the wider Development Support Team to deliver timely, cost-effective development services.
3. Manage and enhance team performance to enable proactive, responsive and exceptional customer service across WDC.
4. Lead, influence, advise, share knowledge, and seek feedback while raising awareness of communication issues, challenges, and opportunities.
5. Drive innovation and continuous improvement across all systems and processes, improving productivity and customer experience.
6. Deliver effective procurement & contract management, ensuring value for money, relationship and organisational risks are managed.
7. Manage operational budget to ensure that committed outcomes are delivered within budget and on time.
8. Work with in-house Infrastructure Development Advisors and asset owners to support economic growth, infrastructure development and sustainable communities.

What I bring?

1. A minimum of 7 years' experience in land development engineering or similar role.
2. You will have a relevant tertiary engineering qualification, and ideally will be a member of IPENZ.
3. Proven ability to effectively lead, support and develop a team to reach team goals.
4. Extensive knowledge of the Resource Management Act.
5. Demonstrated experience managing financial budgets.
6. An understanding of, or the desire to learn about, te ao Maaori and tikanga.
7. Knowledge, or a willingness to gain an appreciation, of te Tiriti o Waitangi and Te Ture Whaimana.

Why join our team?

We are an organisation embracing flexible working. You have the possibility of working from throughout our beautiful district in a manner that works for you, the business and our communities. The team you would join has fun while they work, enjoys a laugh and is highly respected throughout the organisation. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We welcome applicants who are keen on rolling up their sleeves and helping to bring this to life. We ensure all parts of our recruitment and employment processes are carried out without discrimination. Our applicants do need to have existing rights to work in Aotearoa/New Zealand.

Additional Information

Hours of work: Full time, permanent, 40 Hours per week. We have a strong safety culture and as part of this our preferred candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment screening which includes a medical, alcohol and drug testing. #J-18808-Ljbffr